CLUES offers behavioral health and human services to Latino and diverse communities in Minnesota, including: Mental Health Services, Chemical Health Services, Aging Well Services, Family Enrichment Services, Economic Advancement Services (Employment, Education, and Financial Empowerment), and Community Health Worker Services. We employ a fully bilingual and multicultural staff in order to deliver culturally and linguistically appropriate services in a nurturing environment where clients and families can overcome some of life's most challenging issues.
Purpose of Position: This position is working with children ages 3-5 whose parents are attending CLUES ESL classes. Volunteers will work cooperatively in the classroom to supervise and educate multicultural students through literacy-based games and activities. This includes leading group activities, reading stories, engaging children during "choice" time, and communicating with parents.
Position Type: Unpaid volunteer service or internship
Schedule: Volunteers commit to a minimum of one day (10-12:30p) or evening (6-8:30p) class per week. Term runs February 4th - May 16th.
Location: CLUES Minneapolis: 720 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407
CLUES St. Paul: 797 East 7th Street, St. Paul, MN 55106
Responsibilities:
- Lead activities in reading, art, early math and science, as well as group games.
- Follow lesson plans when provided or create new ways to introduce learning games and activities.
- Assist in classroom supervision.
- Assist in developmental assessments of children.
- Work cooperatively with children and families of diverse culture backgrounds.
- Interns will also be given opportunities in lesson planning, classroom material development, and outreach.
Qualifications:
- Commit to volunteering at least one day or evening per week for the entirety of the current term.
- Be flexible, reliable, punctual, and a positive role model for children.
- Interest and/or experience in early childhood education.
- Spanish skills are often helpful, but not required.
Requirements & Training:
- Submit an application and attend an initial interview with CLUES Education Staff
- Attend the CLUES New Volunteer Orientation Training
- A criminal background check and/or driving record check may be required. CLUES reserves the right to conduct background checks.
